Manager Human Resource and Administration (Ref: 26/EA/01)

 Manager Human Resource and Administration (Ref: 26/EA/01)

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Posted : Mar 3, 2026

Closing date: Mar 24, 2026

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Location: Nairobi

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Job Summary

Duties and Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities of the selected candidate will entail:

i. Guiding the development, interpretation, implementation and review of human resource management and administration policies, standards and guidelines

ii. Ensuring implementation of Terms and Conditions of service for the Service

iii. Coordinating organizational development and job of reviews

iv. Managing staff recruitment, promotion, discipline and capacity building; developing, reviewing and coordinating the implementation of welfare and other incentive schemes for the Service.

v. Monitoring the implementation of performance management systems; analysing the staffing levels in the Service and recommending proposals for succession planning and proper deployment.

vi. Coordinating the development and implementation of grievance handling mechanisms.

vii. Coordinating office management services, office accommodation, transport and logistics.

viii. Investigating incidences of security lapse in the Service in liaison with the Police and other security agencies.

ix. Planning for the acquisition of legal documents such as motor vehicle and assets insurances and licenses in liaison with the Legal Unit and other relevant agencies; and

x. Implementing a computerized Human Resource Managements and administration of records management system for the Service.

Academic and Professional Qualifications

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

i. At least Ten (10) years relevant work experience in Public Service or Private Sector, five (5) of which must be in a management position

ii. Have a Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines: Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Sociology, Government or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution

iii. Have a Masters degree in any of the following disciplines: Finance, Accounts, Human Resource Management, Administration, Public Administration, Business Administration, Sociology, Government, Fleet Management, or Supply Chain Management or equivalent qualifications or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution

iv. A Management Course lasting not less than Four (4) weeks from a recognized institution

v. Be a member of a relevant professional body where applicable.

vi. Proficiency in computer applications; and

vii. Fulfil the requirements of Chapter six (6) of the Constitution

Skills and Competencies

i. Communicating with impact.

ii. Managing and supervising people.

iii. Applying technical expertise.

iv. Planning and organizing.

v. Managing performance.

vi. Budgeting and resource management.

vii. Customer and stakeholder orientation.

viii. Implementing policy and strategies.

ix. Leading and managing projects;

x. Initiating and negotiating actions.

xi. Strategic and innovative thinking.

xii. Coaching and mentoring.

xiii. Relating and networking; and

xiv. Technological savviness.J

How to apply

Interested and qualified persons are required to submit their applications to be received ONLINE through the KENAS website at www.kenas.go.ke or the Careers portal www.kenas.go.ke/careers. Applicants should include a signed application cover letter addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, a curriculum vitae with three (3) referees, and copies of academic, professional and relevant testimonials. All submissions and attachments of all mandatory required documents should be in PDF format.

Note 1: Interested candidates should provide all the details requested, and it is an offence to include incorrect information in the application.

 Note 2: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Note 3: Successful candidates invited for interviews will be required to submit the following documents:

·      Certificate of good conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI)

·      Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)

·      Clearance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)

·      Clearance from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)

·      Clearance Certificate from a Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)

Note 4: successful candidate(s) will sign consent form for undertaking background checks.

Deadline

All applications should reach KENAS no later than Monday 24th March 2026, 5:00 pm (East African Time)

KENAS is an equal opportunity employer and respects diversity. Persons living with disabilities, marginalized, and minority groups who meet the job specifications are strongly encouraged to apply.